JOHN O'DONNELL
MARINE VET
HONORING A BRAVE MARINE HERO
THIS MAN HAS GIVEN OF HIMSELF EVERTHING HE COULD, SO THAT HIS BROTHER MARINES AND THE PEOPLE BACK HOME COULD LIVE A MORE PEACEFUL LIFE. THIS GIFT OF HIS LIFE SHOWS THE GREATNESS OF THIS HERO. HERO'S DON'T WEAR A CAPE OR MASK NO! THEY WEAR MARINE GREEN. HERO'S COME IN DIFFERENT SHAPE'S AND SIZE'S. AS EACH DAY PASSES,WE MUST TAKE THE TIME TO REMEMBER WHAT THIS HERO GAVE UP! SO THAT WE COULD LIVE IN A FREE SOCIETY. THANK YOU ! SEMPER FI! HERO YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN. DOSEN'T MATTER IF YOU ARE A 2YR, 3YR, 4YR, ENLISTMENT OR A DRAFTEE OR RESERVIST, OFFICER OR ENLISTED. YOU HAVE EARNED THE TITTLE OF UNITED STATES MARINE! A NATION CRIES OUT FOR THE LOSS OF ONE OF ITS SON'S.
Apr 8, 2014 |
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Rich Edera
ederarich@msn.com
Fellow Vietnam Era Veteran
Sutherlin OR
Forever a Hero Forever Young
Honoring you on the 45th anniversary of your death.
Rich Edera EN2/ACU1
Apr 8, 2014 |
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Marine Viet Nam Vet 3/26 68-69
Remembering a Warrior from 3rd Bat. 26th Marines.
Apr 8, 2013 |
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Silver Star Citation
Silver Star
Awarded posthumously for actions during the Vietnam War
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Lance Corporal Kenneth G. Blackwell (MCSN: 2400695), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as a Squad Leader with Company I, Third Battalion, Twenty-Sixth Marines, Ninth Marine Amphibious Brigade, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. During the early morning hours of 23 February 1969, Company I was occupying a defensive position in support of Operation TAYLOR COMMON in Quang Nam Province when the Marines came under a vicious ground attack by a North Vietnamese Army force which initially breached the unit's defensive perimeter in the area controlled by Lance Corporal Blackwell's squad. Reacting instantly, he unhesitatingly left his rear position and was moving across the fire-swept terrain toward his men when he observed a hostile soldier who had penetrated the friendly lines. Fearlessly launching an aggressive assault upon the soldier, he killed the man with his knife. As he did so, he was attacked from the rear by another enemy soldier and quickly killed him in fierce, hand-to-hand combat. As he was proceeding toward his objective, he was struck on the back of the head by an object and, turning to identify it, was seriously wounded and rendered unconscious by a grenade which detonated at his feet. Recovering quickly, Lance Corporal Blackwell resumed his maneuvering through the enemy rounds impacting around him and, after receiving medical attention, disregarded his painful injuries as he resolutely resumed control of his squad. His heroic and determined efforts inspired all who observed him and contributed significantly to the accomplishment of his unit's mission. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of grave personal danger, Lance Corporal Blackwell upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service.
Action Date: 23-Feb-69
Service: Marine Corps
Rank: Lance Corporal
Company: Company I
Battalion: 3d Battalion
Regiment: 26th Marines, Ninth Marine Amphibious Brigade
Apr 8, 2012 |
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Robert Lopez
ppddispatchdl@ci.petersburg.ak.us
Fellow Marine & Vietnam Veteran
Petersburg Alaska
Saepe Expertus, Semper Fidelis, Fratres Aetermi...
Often Tested, Always Faithful, Brothers Forever...
Dec 16, 2009 |
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♥ Jackie Taylor
I Will, Remember You
http://www.geocities.com/vietnamwa
You were one, of the brave, that answered, the call. You honored us, by your service and sacrifice. We now honor, You each time, we stand and sing the words, “THE LAND, OF THE FREE AND THE HOME, OF THE BRAVE.” Thank you, for your bravery, courage and dedication, to our Country and freedom. Rest In Peace and Honor.
Apr 8, 2009 |
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Mick Regan
usmc vietnam vet lima 3/26 68-69
GOD BLESS REST IN PEACE MARINE
Apr 8, 2009 |
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Reid Carlock
reid.carlock@ngc.com
Plt., Cdr., 2nd, Plt., India, Co, 3/26
6413, Renwick Circle, Tampa, FL., 33647, USA
Cage was, a squad leader, in 2nd, Plt, India, Co., 3Bn., 26Mar.. He had been wounded, (head wound) earlier in his tour. Following recovery, he didn't have, to return, to his platoon, but he did. Was wounded, again and died, from GSW., during Operation, Oklahoma Hills, in Apr., 1969. He was walking, point, for the company, through triple canopy in mountainous terrain, near the Laotian border. A real leader, not asking, of his men anything, he wouldn't do himself. A hero, in the truest sense, of the word, revered by all.
Oct 29, 2008 |
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